Network+

Network+ Certification

About the Network+Network+ is a vendor-neutral certification that proves an IT professional’s expertise in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and configuring basic computer networks.

Beyond its standalone value, CompTIA Network+ certification is the gateway to a range of in-demand IT credentials. Microsoft included Network+ certification in their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification program, and other certifying bodies such as Novell, Cisco and HP recognize CompTIA’s Network+ certificate as a requirement in their career certification tracks.

Becoming Network+ certified is a distinctive step toward a career in networking or telecommunications.

Network+ ensures an IT professional has the knowledge and skills to:

Design and implement functional networks

Configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices

Use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks

Identify benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations

Implement network security, standards, and protocols

Troubleshoot network problems

Support the creation of virtualized networks

Network+ CareersNetwork+ certification helps prepare you for a variety of IT job roles including: